Thoroughly updated with the latest research, Gravetter/Wallnau/Forzano/Witnauer's ESSENTIALS OF STATISTICS FOR THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES, 10th Edition delivers straightforward instruction, unrivaled accuracy, hands-on learning tools and a wealth of real-world examples and illustrations. Giving extra focus to difficult topics, the authors take time to explain statistical procedures so that students can go beyond memorizing formulas and begin gaining a conceptual understanding. Integrated applications reinforce concepts, ensuring that even students with a weak background in mathematics can fully grasp statistics. As a result, readers become savvy consumers of information. A complete supplements package -- including the MindTap digital learning experience with the Aplia online homework tool -- supports instructors with class preparation, testing and the ability to customize learning paths and content to maximize student success.

1. Introduction to Statistics.
2. Frequency Distributions.
3. Central Tendency.
4. Variability.
5. z-Scores: Location of Scores and Standardized Distributions.
6. Probability.
7. Probability and Samples: The Distribution of Sample Means.
8. Introduction to Hypothesis Testing.
9. Introduction to the t Statistic.
10. The t Test for Two Independent Samples.
11. The t Test for Two Related Samples.
12. Introduction to Analysis of Variance.
13. Two-Factor Analysis of Variance.
14. Correlation and Regression.
15. The Chi-Square Statistic: Tests for Goodness of Fit and Independence.

AUTHORS
Frederick J Gravetter
(The College at Brockport, State University of New York)

Larry B. Wallnau
(The College at Brockport, State University of New York)

Lori-Ann B. Forzano
(The College at Brockport, State University of New York)

James E. Witnauer
(The College at Brockport, State University of New York)

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